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Job Title: Quantity Surveyor / Estimator
Location: Staffordshire (Office & Site Based)
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000
Sector: Retail, Leisure, Fit-Out & Refurbishment
About the Client:
Our client is a reputable main contractor, delivering fast-paced fit-out and refurbishment projects across the retail and leisure sectors. With a growing portfolio of well-known fast food brands, care homes, hotels, and leisure facilities, the company is well-established in its field and focused on delivering high-quality, timely projects for a range of prestigious clients. As a forward-thinking company, they are building a dynamic, young team and are looking to add an ambitious Quantity Surveyor (QS) to their team.
Job Description:
This role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Quantity Surveyor / Estimator with refurb background to join an expanding team in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will work across a variety of fit-out and refurbishment projects in the retail, leisure, and hospitality sectors. The projects range from smaller refurbishments to large-scale fit-outs, involving well-known fast food brands and leisure companies.
The role will involve both office and site-based responsibilities, with a focus on ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget. You will work alongside a collaborative team, supporting the commercial department and reporting to senior management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing and submitting tender submissions for a range of fit-out and refurbishment projects across the retail, leisure, and hospitality sectors.
- Managing and controlling project costs, ensuring that all works are completed within budget and in line with project specifications.
- Providing accurate cost estimates and valuations, and maintaining cost control during the project lifecycle.
- Managing the procurement of subcontractors and materials, ensuring value for money and on-time delivery.
- Producing regular reports and forecasts on project progress, costs, and margins.
- Assisting in contract administration and ensuring compliance with all relevant contractual obligations.
- Coordinating with the project management team to resolve any commercial or contractual issues.
- Conducting site visits to assess progress and resolve any issues on-site.
- Maintaining strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth project delivery.
Skills & Experience Required:
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator, ideally within the refurbishment sector (Retail, Leisure, Care Homes, or Hotels).
- Strong knowledge of tendering processes, cost estimating, and contract administration.
- Experience in managing project costs from start to finish, with a solid understanding of financial reporting.
- Knowledge of procurement processes and supplier/subcontractor management.
- Familiarity with fast-paced environments and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Desirable:
- Experience working with fast food brands or in the leisure/hospitality sectors.
- Ambition and a desire to progress within a growing team.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure.
Personality & Culture Fit:
- Energetic and proactive, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
- Strong team player with a positive and collaborative approach to problem-solving.
- Eager to contribute to the company's growth and success, with a long-term career outlook.
- Open to mentoring and supporting junior members of the team as the team continues to grow.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- The opportunity to work on exciting, high-profile projects within the retail, leisure, and hospitality sectors.
- A dynamic and supportive team environment with excellent career progression opportunities.
- The chance to be part of a growing company with a focus on building for the future.
